The Ultimate Gift
For…
Opening your heart and providing a shoulder
Smiling through exhaustion
Listening in earnest although time is scarce
Sharing uplifting words
For…
Extending courtesies without hesitation
Complimenting a stranger
Dropping a welcome note at a new neighbor’s door
Leaving a person or place better just because you cared
For…
Appreciating each moment and never taking family, friends — or life for granted
Seeking the best in others
Giving what you can to those who struggle
Earning and extending trust
For…
Remaining silent in the absence of positive thoughts
Honoring friendship
Revering respect as the cornerstone of love
Improving our world with every gracious gesture
For…
Demonstrating the true spirit of Christmas
And being
The Ultimate Gift…
LUGGAGE Lady 
What a beautiful sentiment! Hope you and yours are having the happiest of holidays!
Thanks so much Liz. I love the beautiful Carolina pics you’ve shared. Merry, Merry — Happy, Happy to you and your family as well!
Very beautiful! I wish you a wonderful Holiday Season!
Thanks — All the very best to you…such a pleasure to have crossed paths! Happy 2013!!
the best gifts of Christmas. Thanks!
…and I thank YOU for being one of them! 🙂
“Remaining silent in the absence of positive thoughts.” I love this “gift” and hope to give it out all year by his grace. Maybe I’ll carry duct tape in my purse for the more difficult temptations 😉
Blessings ~ Wendy
Thanks for the laugh, Wendy…I just tucked an extra large roll of tape in my flight attendant bag!! 😉 Wish me luck. Sending Happy New Year Blessings to YOU as well! xo
Wow, thanks for this post. Beautiful. May your 2013 be all you hope for it to be. 🙂 Peace.